As - Galba and Livia (DIVA AVGVSTA S C) (68-69) front As - Galba and Livia (DIVA AVGVSTA S C) (68-69) back
As - Galba and Livia (DIVA AVGVSTA S C) (68-69) photo
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As - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA S C

 
Bronze 11.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba) (68-69)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
68-69
Value
1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
11.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#244817
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Livia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right and sceptre in left

Script: Latin

Lettering: DIVA AVGVSTA S C

Translation:
Diva Augusta, Senatus Consultum
The divine empress (Augusta). Decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 10.57–12.83 g;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Livia, the wife of Emperor Galba, who was known for her beauty and political influence. She was given the title of "DIVA AVGVSTA" (Divine Augusta) during her lifetime, which was a rare honor for a Roman empress. This coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire, and it is believed that the image of Livia was included on the coin as a way to promote her as a symbol of stability and continuity in the empire.